Project Engineer - Natural Gas Facilities

Farnsworth Group
$120,000.00 - $200,000.00 / yr
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Lisle
1011 Warrenville Road (Show on map)
Feb 25, 2026
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Project Engineer - Natural Gas Facilities in one of the posting locations below. In this role, you will have an opportunity to join a growing engineering team and play a key role in the company's future growth as part of Farnsworth's Energy and Utilities group. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase leadership, project management, and technical knowledge within this industry. Posting Locations for this role: Lisle, IL or St. Louis, MO What You'll Do: Provide technical expertise on natural gas facility projects (e.g., compressor stations, metering/regulation stations) in support of other Farnsworth Group project managers. Develop projects by analyzing existing facilities for proposed improvements to performance, safety, and reliability as requested by our clients. Prepare detailed technical documents, engineering calculations, design specifications, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and reports in support of projects for our clients. Coordinate with drafters/designers to develop engineering drawings. Support construction activities at field locations to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications. This includes periodic site visits, oversight of Farnsworth team members on site, and/or addressing contractor inquiries. Ability to manage engineering projects from conception to completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, design coordination, construction support, and project closeout is desired. This would include coordination with client representatives, internal departments (i.e. survey, structural, electrical, etc.), subcontractors, and other Energy and Utility team members. Develop proposals including fee estimating, subcontractor request for proposals, schedule preparation in Microsoft Project, and writing of proposal letters while coordinating with the proposal team. What You'll Need: BS in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution. Minimum of 10 years of experience in facility design in the natural gas industry. Compression experience - sizing/modeling, specifying, designing, installing, commissioning. Knowledge of CFR 49 part 192. Knowledge of gas transmission systems as well as mechanical components and ancillary systems installed at compressor stations. Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards. Experience working with natural gas utilities and/or midstream companies. Licensed Professional Engineer desired. Computer proficiency with MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project. Working knowledge of AutoCAD, CADWorx and related third-party platforms a plus. Must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills. Must be willing to travel and have a valid driver's license. Who We Are Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward. A Great Place to Work Certified For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Featured benefits and perks include: 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Short & Long-Term Disability Maternity and Paternity Leave Professional Development and Training Mentoring Program Paid Time Off Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements Pet Insurance Plan Hybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company's culture and success. Salary Range: $120,000 - $200,000 per year (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity) Statement on Diversity and Inclusion Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the " Apply for this Position" tab below. #LI-Onsite